Certified Surgical Tech

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center; Nanuet (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is seeking a full-time day shift Surgical Technologist to join our Westwood, NJ team. The CST/NCC-certified professional will assist surgeons, maintain sterile technique, and support circulating duties under RN supervision.

Candidates should have a Surgical Technologist program credential, HS diploma or GED, and BLS certification; continuing education is required annually. Pay is based on experience and education, with potential differentials.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NCC.
• Annually complete 15 hours of continuing education to remain qualified in NJ.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer and prior to direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon in sterile field per AORN Standards.
• Perform scrub duties across varied specialties/procedures.
• Ensure sterile supplies and equipment are available for the procedure.
• Assist with circulating duties under RN circulator supervision.
• Adhere to Hospital, State, and departmental policies and procedures.

Skills

CST Certification

BLS Certification

Education

Surgical Technologist Program Graduate

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview:

Join our team as a day shift, full-time Surgery Certified Surgical Technician in Westwood,NJ.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive:We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuitionassistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First:We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better:We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
• Learn more about thebenefits offeredfor this job.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is a 128-bed, full-service, acute-care community hospital with a new emergency department, a state-of-the-art maternity center, a women's imaging center, and an ICU.

Learn About a Day In the Life of a Surgical Tech:

Responsibilities:

• The Certified Surgical Technologist is responsible for assisting the surgeon in the sterile field according to AORN Standards of Practice Recommendations.
• Performs scrub duties in varied specialties/procedures.
• Ensures that the case has the necessary sterile supplies and equipment for that surgeon and procedure.
• Assists with circulating duties under direct supervision of the RN circulator assigned to the patient.
• Ensures adherence to Hospital, State, and departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Job Requirements:

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NCC.
• Annually complete 15 hours of continuing education to remain qualified to practice as a surgical technologist in the State of NJ.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• High School or GED equivalent.
• Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program.
• Minimum of one (1) year as a Certified Surgical Technologist.

Rate of pay isdeterminedbased on experience andeducation, andmay include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.